So the principle being presented tonight is that if you are fortunate to be among the wealthiest Americans, we will give you additional benefits and it doesn't matter if we pay for them. But if you are among the most unfortunate Americans who have lost their jobs-- and when you lose your job, you might well have lost your health care that went with your job--if you are struggling, then it matters that it is paid for immediately.
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